2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus X would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 628 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taurus X | 335 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |